President Donald Trump has described the recent visit of his special envoy to Moscow as ‘highly productive’ Read Full Article at RT.com
The US president said the talks in Moscow could lead to progress towards peace in the Ukraine conflict Read Full Article at RT.com
A small country alone has no bargaining power against the US, the Brazilian president said Read Full Article at RT.com
«That road was long, and continues to be long,» he added
According to the publication, it «would normally take time to plan» an important meeting between Trump and two world leaders, but this time he was reportedly «urging his team to move fast»
SINGAPORE – Singapore will be fielding its largest-ever contingent for the Dec 9-20 SEA Games, but high-profile names such as the national men’s Under-22 football team and two-time marathon champion Soh Rui Yong have been omitted from the initial list.The Singapore National Olympic Council (SNOC) on Aug 6 announced the first batch of athletes and teams selected for the Games, with a total of 762 athletes across 42 sports provisionally picked for the event. The national sports associations have until Aug 15 to lodge appeals for their athletes.It is understood that the Young Lions missed the initial cut as they have not produced any international results that meet the SNOC’s qualifying criteria of matching the third-placed finishers of the previous edition.The Football Association of Singapore (FAS) had withdrawn the team from the Asean U-23 Championship from July 15 to 29, whose results could have been used to support their nomination for the SEA Games.
A 27-year-old man was arrested in Woodlands on Wednesday (Aug 6) for allegedly possessing weapons, e-vaporisers (also known as vapes), and duty-unpaid cigarettes.Responding to AsiaOne's queries, the police said they received a call for assistance at the junction of Woodlands Avenue 2 and Avenue 5 at about 5.45am.The man was arrested for offences under the Corrosive and Explosive Substances and Offensive Weapons Act 1958 and Gun, Explosives and Weapons Control Act 2021, as well as suspected drug-related offences.He was suspected to have in possession knife-related weapons, reported The Straits Times.The police said it also found e-vaporisers and duty-unpaid cigarettes in his vehicle.A seven-second clip uploaded to Xiaohongshu shows at least seven police vehicle lined up along Woodlands Avenue 5. Officers are seen near the man's car and laying down on the roadside grass items seized from the vehicle.The police said the suspected drug-related offences have been referred to the Central Narcotics Bureau. The vapes and duty-unpaid cigarettes will be referred to the Health Sciences Authority and Singapore Customs respectively.
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Scientists predict that the eruption will intensify over the next three days
Spokesperson Liu Pengyu noted that «tariff wars have no winners»
The discussions will focus on strengthening bilateral cooperation and addressing the situation in the Middle East
Data reveals the EU's significant role in Russia's fossil fuel revenues, surpassing India's contribution since the Ukraine conflict began. Despite Western sanctions, G7+ tankers transport over half of Russia's oil, highlighting a disconnect between policy and practice. While Russia's fossil fuel revenues have decreased, exports have increased, with India emphasizing its role in stabilizing global oil prices.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde declared Shiv Sena's unconditional support for the NDA's vice-presidential candidate, potentially influencing other alliance partners. This announcement, made after meetings with Amit Shah and Narendra Modi in Delhi, strengthens the BJP's chances in the upcoming election. Shinde also affirmed the 'Mahayuti' alliance's commitment to jointly contesting local body elections in Maharashtra.
PM Modi emphasized the need for India to attract global consumers, tourists, and students, urging citizens to enhance productivity. He highlighted the government's focus on infrastructure development and transparent governance, noting that over Rs 4.3 lakh crore has been saved by eliminating fraudulent beneficiaries through Jan Dhan, Aadhaar, and Mobile integration. Redevelopment of government offices will further save public expenditure.
A devastating flash flood in Dharali village was triggered by a massive collapse of glacial sedimentary deposits, not just heavy rain. Experts estimate an avalanche of 360 million cubic meters of debris flattened structures and claimed lives. The unstable glacial deposit, combined with steep terrain, accelerated the debris flow, leaving residents with no chance of escape.
US State Secretary added that he cannot yet say how long it will take to make progress on this issue
The US leader confirmed several times that China, like India, is among the countries that may face additional US tariffs
«We’ll determine that later,» US president said
The deployment follows the conclusion of the Maritime Interaction-2025 exercises held from August 1-5 in the Sea of Japan within the Pacific Fleet's training ranges
«We have stopped wars in the Middle East by stopping Iran from having a nuclear weapon,» US president said
C'est bientôt la rentrée. Retour à l'école mais aussi dans les clubs de sport. A cette occasion, le Papeete Rugby Club ouvre ses inscriptions pour sa section féminine. Une première.
Tow in indispensable pour affronter Teahupo'o hier. Etre tracté pour prendre son élan sur des monstres de 7 à 8 m. Quelques un(e)s l'ont fait. Une session mémorable immortalisée par les photographes et cameramen de surf du monde entier et d'ici. Dont Tim Pruvost pour Polynésie la 1ère.
Calcutta High Court's Jalpaiguri circuit bench commuted Aftab Alam's death sentence to life imprisonment without parole for 20 years in his uncle's murder case. The court emphasized reform over revenge, stating the trial court relied more on emotion than facts.
